rules of order

noun

1. the rules by which a legislative or deliberative assembly governs its proceedings; parliamentary law.

Example Sentences

Using arcane rules of order, Republicans weaseled out of having any vote.

From Salon

Jones and Pearson spoke on the House floor using bullhorns while they were not recognized to speak, which violated the chamber's "rules of order."

From Salon

"The rules of order and conduct established by the stadium were not enforced," the statement read.

From Reuters

An attorney for the town, John J. Davis, said in a statement that the court’s decision “effectively warns local officials against enforcing even modest rules of order and decorum at public meetings.”

From New York Times

When he did show up to preside, Republican senators complained that he showed a lack of interest in learning the rules of order.

From Seattle Times